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First purpose-built mosque in Kent nears completion

The first purpose-built mosque in Kent is nearing completion. It's been developed by the area's Ahmadie community - members of a muslim sect who first arrived in Medway from East Africa fifty years ago.

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The first purpose-built mosque in Kent is nearing completion. It's been developed by the area's Ahmadie community - members of a muslim sect who first arrived in Medway from East Africa fifty years ago.

They say their mosque will welcome all muslims - and the wider community. John Ryall has the story.